Following the decision to close schools to all but the children of key workers and vulnerable pupils, Rachel has been working with Redditch headteachers to ensure their students have the devices they need to continue learning at home.

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“Although there will still be many long weeks ahead that will require us to once again make huge sacrifices, thanks to the extraordinary work of our scientists, our NHS and the resolve of everyone in Redditch, we now know the path to beating this virus and we are making vital progress.”

“I know laptops have already been distributed via the Department for Education’s scheme. I’m urgently working to ensure every student who needs a laptop gets one.”

“I know the weeks ahead will be tough, but just like before, I know Redditch will come together in this national effort to tackle COVID-19. Please stay safe everyone and stay at home.”

“Following the announcement the Government has pushed back the staggered return for secondary schools and colleges by one week, I sought urgent clarification from Education Ministers about what this means for Redditch’s middle schools.”